In this post, we will look at the top 10 best-selling cars in South Africa right now. After the horrors of the last few years, the market has recovered quite well. However, this was not limited to the South African market but was a global phenomenon. Nonetheless, the global automobile industry has shown encouraging signs in the second half of this year (2022). Things are also looking up for the coming year. But, before the year is out, look at the top-best-selling vehicles in South Africa.
| Best-Selling Cars in South Africa | Sales In November 2022 |
|---|---|
| Toyota Hilux | 3,094 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | 2,109 |
| Ford Ranger | 1,979 |
| Toyota Hi-Ace | 1,944 |
| Suzuki Swift | 1,751 |
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo | 1,741 |
| Volkswagen Polo | 1,724 |
| Isuzu D-max | 1,578 |
| Toyota Urban Cruiser | 1,334 |
| Toyota Starlet | 1,322 |
1. Toyota Hilux
The Hilux is a popular pickup truck not only in South Africa but also in international markets. It is one of the most durable and dependable trucks on the market. Given the country’s terrain, it should be no surprise that pickup trucks are at the top of the sales chart. Toyota sold 3,094 Hilux units in South Africa in November 2022. The Hilux has a starting price of R313,000 (approx Rs 14.74 lakh when converted to INR).
2. Toyota Corolla Cross
The Corolla Cross is yet another Toyota on this list. Corolla is another well-known brand that has been around for decades. However, there are numerous Corolla iterations in various international markets. Toyota sold 2,109 Corolla Cross units in South Africa in November 2022. It is R360,000 in price (approx Rs 16.95 lakh when converted to INR).
3. Ford Ranger
The Ford Ranger is the next most popular car in South Africa. The Ford Ranger, like Toyota pickup trucks, is a world-famous product that has been around for decades. Customers in South Africa value it highly because it is a tough truck. That is why Ford was able to sell 1,979 Ranger vehicles in November 2022. It begins at R349,390 (approx Rs 16.45 lakh when converted to INR).
4. Toyota Hi-Ace
This is a one-of-a-kind item on the list. Hi-Ace is a practical MPV that can seat a large number of people. Toyota sold 1,944 Hi-Ace vehicles in November 2022. The Hi-Ace starts at R497,800 because it is a large vehicle (approx Rs 23.44 lakh when converted to INR).
5. Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift, like in India, is among the best-selling vehicles in the world. It is a functional hatchback that everyone can use. Suzuki sold 1,751 Suzuki Swifts in South Africa in November 2022. The Swift has a starting price of R194,900 (approx Rs 9.18 lakh when converted to INR).
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6. Volkswagen Polo Vivo
The German automaker’s premium hatchback comes next on this list. It has high safety standards, thrilling performance, and excellent handling. In November 2022, Volkswagen sold 1,741 Polo Vivo units in South Africa. It starts at a reasonable R243,600 (approx Rs 11.47 lakh when converted to INR).
7. Volkswagen Polo
Polo is a popular hatchback that attracts driving enthusiasts from all over the world. As a result, it’s no surprise that South Africans adore the German hatchback. VW sold 1,724 vehicles in the month of November 2022. It has a starting price of R329,300 (approx Rs 15.51 lakh when converted to INR).
8. Isuzu D-max
Another pickup truck on this list of the best-selling cars in South Africa is the D-Max. In any country, we have already established the value of driving a pickup truck. Isuzu’s popular D-Max truck sold 1,578 units. Its starting price is R411,800 (approx Rs 19.40 lakh when converted to INR).
9. Toyota Urban Cruiser
Toyota’s compact SUV is next on the list. The Urban Cruiser is a low-cost vehicle that can be used in situations requiring high ground clearance. Toyota sold 1,334 Urban Cruisers in November 2022. It begins at R280,400 (approx Rs 13.20 lakh when converted to INR).
10. Toyota Starlet
The Toyota Starlet is the South African equivalent of the Toyota Glanza, which is sold in India. It is a premium hatchback with a plethora of modern features at an affordable price. In November 2022, the Japanese automaker sold 1,322 units of the Starlet. The Starlet costs R226,200 (approx Rs 10.65 lakh when converted to INR). Which of these top-selling vehicles in South Africa is your favourite?
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